Obituary of Thomas Joseph Richard Tripp

Tripp, Thomas "Bird" Joseph Richard of Saginaw, Michigan Beloved father, grandfather, fiance, brother, uncle and friend passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 10, 2018. He was 41 years old. Thomas Joseph Richard Tripp was born on February 13, 1976 in Saginaw, Michigan to the late James and Donna (Faubert) Tripp. Bird was a 14 year employee of Mike's Wrecker Service in Saginaw, Michigan. He enjoyed going to the casino, especially with his son, Joseph, and fiancée, Joy. Bird was a dedicated worker, passing on his hard work ethic to his family. Above all he loved and cherished his family and friends. He will forever be remembered as a good provider, his selflessness to his friends and family, wonderful sense of humor and for being a proud and dedicated father and grandfather. Surviving are a son, Joseph James Tripp and his girlfriend, Brittany Wilson of Saginaw; a granddaughter, Bella Amor Tripp; his fiancée, Joy Alison Gonzales of Saginaw; two brothers, Peter (Ronda) Tripp of Hemlock and Todd Stuckey of Saginaw; a step-daughter, Briana Sandoval of Saginaw. He will be missed by many cousins, nieces, nephews, extended family members and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandparents. FUNERAL: A Funeral Service will take place at 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, January 13, 2018 at the Deisler Funeral Home, 2233 Hemmeter Rd. (off State). Rev. Rob Richards will officiate. Honoring Bird's wishes cremation will follow. VISITATION: Friends are welcome to visit with the family at the funeral home on Saturday from 2:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. MEMORIALS: In lieu of flowers, those planning an expression of sympathy may wish to consider memorials to the Tripp Family c/o Joseph James Tripp. Please share your thoughts and memories with the family at the funeral home or through www.deislerfuneralhome.com.